The South East Queensland (SEQ) City Deal is a 20-year partnership announced on 21 March 2022 between the Australian Government, Queensland Government and 11 Councils which make up the Council of Mayors (SEQ) which provides a shared commitment to transform SEQ and deliver region-shaping infrastructure. It will deliver a significant foundation investment of more than $1.8 billion that will generate thousands of local jobs, boost digital and transport connectivity, enhance liveability and support one of the fastest growing regions in the country.

$1.2 million to protect platypus and biodiversity across South East Queensland
A million-dollar eDNA monitoring program for native aquatic species including platypus will launch across more than 200 locations in South East Queensland in a landmark milestone for the region’s conservation.
